Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is five hours behind Skopje and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SKP to JFK flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SKP and JFK:
Frankfurt Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
$517 is the lowest price for a one-way Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $740. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SKP to JFK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SKP to JFK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Skopje International Airport (SKP)
85.19% of flights departing from Skopje International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of SKP.
To get to Skopje International Airport from central Skopje, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SKP:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central New York. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Skopje International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SKP to JFK sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
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